I added FuelX Pro from Race Dynamics to fix the 390 Adv’s low end performance, and the improvement is substantial. You may want to consider fixing one…the engine becomes extremely tractable at low speeds, without fear of stalling.
Nice review. I'm also considering between the 2. What would you say if we modify the GS a little bit by upgrading the suspension with preload settings to address the onroad handling, and have the flexibility of an off-road setting too. Then change the front sprocket for longer gearing (changing 16 tooth to 17), but compensate the power loss at the wheel with an ecu remap. I saw a review where the cruise RPM at 100kph is reduced by 500rpm, thus much quieter and less vibration, and more top end speed (with no remap). So in standard forms the 390 may win many points, but after a little mod, I think the GS would at least match the 390's strong point, if not surpass it. greetings from Indonesia.
Excellent comparison of Adv 390 vs 310 GS! I am confused between the two as well. But I noticed that you switched the City Riding point in favour of Adv 390, even though you spoke about GS having an advantage for city roads. So which one is it, because in the end many of us end up riding these bikes atleast 50% of the time within the city, if not more?
I would say.. Gs310 is good in all places except. Highway high speed touring . If you dont want to do 110-120kmph on highways.. And atick to max 90-100.. get Gs310
Fantastic comparison between the 2 bikes. As an older rider who isn’t interested in speed but rather wants to slow tour on 2 lane highways and forest service roads in remote areas this review really vindicated my choice of the BMW.
Good comparison...one more point is fuel tank capacity...Adv 390 is 14.5L and BMW 310 GS 11L!! Sometimes range matters..GS 310 maxes out at 280 km...range anxiety is always there with the 310 😁
Since you have ridden the Himalayan 450, I’m planning to buy an ADV and confused between Adv390, GS310 and Himalaya 450, which one would you recommend?
Hi , Very good review and bang in point . My BMW 310 GS will arrive on this padhva . We hardly go on touring and in those terms handling a bike in a city is much easier on BMW . And one important point no one mention , BMW turning radius is lower than adv 390 . So turning in city is much comfortable and to handle bike at high speed due to its sitting position ( BMW ) is very comfortable. Great , good luck
thanks for the review. Both of them are great . KTM has to fix with wrong handle bar position, harder suspension which causes bad body ache after long ride. BMW has to tune up engine power and add some techs. Younger generation will love the power on KTM but 30+ will enjoy seating position, riding comfort. You cant go wrong with any of them. BMW is offering unlimited KMS warranty for 3 years, so they have the confidence on the quality of the built offered.
every point is true that is why i also chose to buy adv 390 and yes till this date i am very happy few of the upgrades are needed as you said it is perfect value for money that is what i feel about adv 390
@@mefestinalente you need to understand the difference between doing a contract manufacturing with spec control over a product vs buying whatver the crap the manufacturer has to offer.
I heard that was fixed from 2021. KTM seems like more of a liability, this is why I’m leaning towards the BMW. I don’t care so about speed, as long as it can go 110km/h. If I wanted high speeds I’d be looking in a different category.
Is it really that hard suspension on adv 390 that will couse you back pain on speed breakers & pot holes? Let me know coz I am planning to buy this bike.
I am 42+ and totally confused about what to choose, for me yes comfort is the first preference and seems BMW is going to be my first choice. I don't want after riding few hundreds of km, bhai kamar ki band baj gai :). By the way, great comprassion.
The suspension of the 310 GS is not adjustable! That's a huge disadvantage in comparison to the 390 ADV in my opinion. I love the sporty suspension of my 390 ADV which allows me to ride safe and really quickly in the twisties. To ride offroad, you can easily and fully adjust the suspension fork as well as the rear suspension. The 310 GS´ suspension is too soft to compete with naked bikes on our German roads.
I also would have had the same opinion, but in india Adv390 is offered with a non adjustable WP suspension, which is back breaking stiff. Even patch work on indian roads jolts the spine, thats why there is a separate demand for aftermarket custom rear shocks . Indian roads in even urban mountain areas are not that great.
